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Positive Living BC is seeking Massage Practitioners to join us at our Healing Retreat this August 26 & 27. This is a volunteer position but you be well compensated with great food and meet many terrific people during this FREE weekend at Loon Lake Retreat Centre located just outside of Maple Ridge BC. Anyone who is interested, please contact Brandon Laviolette at (604) 893-2259 or email brandonl@positivelivingbc.org

Positive Living Magazine
We’re happy to announce Positive Living magazine has a new online format – it’s interactive, shareable, and works well on mobile devices. Have a read and check it out!

HIRING a Volunteer Coordinator

The AIDS WALK to tHrIVe Volunteer Coordinator will provide contracted services to Positive Living BC’s Fund Development Department to develop, nurture and manage volunteers: the people at the heart of the Scotiabank AIDS WALK. Email kenc@positivelivingbc.org for more info.

Treatment Outreach Coordinator

Working in collaboration within the Health Promotion Team and under the guidance of the Director of Programs and Services, the Treatment Outreach Coordinator facilitates and coordinates the planning & development of treatment information.
Email machushlag@positive
livingbc.org

PWN Healing Circles

After 25 years of support, education, and advocacy it is with deep sadness we witness the dissolution of Positive Women’s Network. In an attempt to find some understanding around this profound loss there will be two healing circles. Please email monique@fullywoven.com for more info and dates.

POSITIVE LIVING BC welcomes suggestions about news stories we should include on our website or in our eNews email bulletin. If you are aware of a news story that might be of interest to our HIV positive Members in British Columbia, please email enews@positivelivingbc.org to send us the details.

Disclaimer: eNews is published by the Positive Living Society of British Columbia (Registered Non-profit Society #11928-2085, henceforth known as “the Society”). The opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of the Society. The Society compiles eNews content from a broad range of online sources and does not claim ownership of any eNews content previously published by and/or credited to sources outside the Society. The Society publishes eNews in the spirit of HIV-community engagement and education.

We are looking for people to join Positive Living BC in our PRIDE working group where we will get together a couple times to plan the big day.
Please email shafiyahk@positivelivingbc.org if you are interested.

As HIV rates have stabilized, HIV-positive individuals are living longer lives. More and more people today are in relationships where one of the two people has HIV – this is known as an HIV-serodiscordant relationship.Many diseases can bring stress to a relationship, but the impact of HIV is potentially unique.

Treatment Outreach Coordinator

Working in collaboration within the Health Promotion Team and with other Positive Living Staff and Volunteers, under the guidance of the Director of Programs and Services, the Treatment Outreach Coordinator facilitates and coordinates the planning, development, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of treatment information dissemination both in-house as well as externally. Please email machushlag@positive
livingbc.org

Happy Canada Day

Please note that Positive Living BC will be closed on Monday July 3, 2017. We will re open at our scheduled time on Tuesday at 10am. Have a great long weekend everyone!

POSITIVE LIVING BC welcomes suggestions about news stories we should include on our website or in our eNews email bulletin. If you are aware of a news story that might be of interest to our HIV positive Members in British Columbia, please email enews@positivelivingbc.org to send us the details.

Disclaimer: eNews is published by the Positive Living Society of British Columbia (Registered Non-profit Society #11928-2085, henceforth known as “the Society”). The opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of the Society. The Society compiles eNews content from a broad range of online sources and does not claim ownership of any eNews content previously published by and/or credited to sources outside the Society. The Society publishes eNews in the spirit of HIV-community engagement and education.

We are looking for people to join Positive Living BC in our PRIDE working group where we will get together a couple times to plan the big day.
Please email shafiyahk@positivelivingbc.org if you are interested.

Positive Living Magazine
We’re happy to announce Positive Living magazine has a new online format – it’s interactive, shareable, and works well on mobile devices. Have a read and check it out!

Surrey Pride

Join the AIDS WALK team at Surrey Pride on Sunday in Holland Park. Come show your support, bring your friends and family. See you there !

Yoga is back at Positive Living BC!

Yoga Therapy at Positive Living BC will begin in September 2017. Practitioners will offer traditional Hatha style Yoga, as well as Trauma-sensitive Yoga which is a low barrier style allowing participants to incorporate movements at their own pace and ability.

Times and dates to be announced. Email wellness@positivelivingbc.org or call Brandon 604-893-2259 if you want to join our Yoga classes for PLHIV.

Calling Chiropractors & Physiotherapists

We are looking to add Chiropractors & Physiotherapists to our Care Registry. If you are one or know one who:

Has worked with HIV Positive Patients

Patients with Mental Health Challenges

A practitioner who accepts patients who are on Income Assistance

please email-
careregistry@positiveli
vingbc.org

POSITIVE LIVING BC welcomes suggestions about news stories we should include on our website or in our eNews email bulletin. If you are aware of a news story that might be of interest to our HIV positive Members in British Columbia, please email enews@positivelivingbc.org to send us the details.

Disclaimer: eNews is published by the Positive Living Society of British Columbia (Registered Non-profit Society #11928-2085, henceforth known as “the Society”). The opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of the Society. The Society compiles eNews content from a broad range of online sources and does not claim ownership of any eNews content previously published by and/or credited to sources outside the Society. The Society publishes eNews in the spirit of HIV-community engagement and education.

Are you 50 years or older and consider yourself a long-term survivor of HIV? If you are willing to tell your story and have it recorded, you may qualify to attend this year’s Healing Retreat as a Legacy Project participant. Legacy Project participants have a greater chance of being selected to attend the Healing Retreat on Aug 25 – 28.

Do you have an interest or experience in Video Editing? Come help Positive Living BC & the History Alive Project edit some important video interviews of our long term members.

Calling Chiropractors & Physiotherapists

We are looking to add Chiropractors & Physiotherapists to our Care Registry. If you are one or know one who:

Has worked with HIV Positive Patients

Patients with Mental Health Challenges

A practitioner who accepts patients who are on Income Assistance

please email-
careregistry@positiveli
vingbc.org

POSITIVE LIVING BC welcomes suggestions about news stories we should include on our website or in our eNews email bulletin. If you are aware of a news story that might be of interest to our HIV positive Members in British Columbia, please email enews@positivelivingbc.org to send us the details.

Disclaimer: eNews is published by the Positive Living Society of British Columbia (Registered Non-profit Society #11928-2085, henceforth known as “the Society”). The opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of the Society. The Society compiles eNews content from a broad range of online sources and does not claim ownership of any eNews content previously published by and/or credited to sources outside the Society. The Society publishes eNews in the spirit of HIV-community engagement and education.

The Thursday Massage Clinic has returned to REGULAR appointment times at 1:30, 2:45 and 4:00.
Call 604-893-2203 or email clinic@positivelivingbc.org to book yours today !
Also please note: All clinics and members services will be CLOSED from JULY 1 through FRIDAY, JULY 17 (due to our move, stay tuned for more details).

Do you have an interest or experience in Video Editing? Come help Positive Living BC & the History Alive Project edit some important video interviews of our long term members.

The Great Canadian Giving Challenge

The Great Canadian Giving Challenge has started. Show your pride and help Positive Living BC receive $10,000 in funds which will go directly towards member services.
For contest details and donations please visithttp://givingchallenge.ca/

POSITIVE LIVING BC welcomes suggestions about news stories we should include on our website or in our eNews email bulletin. If you are aware of a news story that might be of interest to our HIV positive Members in British Columbia, please email enews@positivelivingbc.org to send us the details.

Disclaimer: eNews is published by the Positive Living Society of British Columbia (Registered Non-profit Society #11928-2085, henceforth known as “the Society”). The opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of the Society. The Society compiles eNews content from a broad range of online sources and does not claim ownership of any eNews content previously published by and/or credited to sources outside the Society. The Society publishes eNews in the spirit of HIV-community engagement and education.

Book your Therapeutic Massage on Monday or Friday. Thursday practitioners will be back on June 8th after exams! Call 604-893-2203 or email clinic@positivelivingbc.org to book yours today !
Also please note: All clinics and members services will be CLOSED from JULY 1 through FRIDAY, JULY 17 (due to our move, stay tuned for more details).

Positive Living Magazine
We’re happy to announce Positive Living magazine has a new online format – it’s interactive, shareable, and works well on mobile devices. Have a read and check it out!

Positive Talk

Positive Talk, a facilitated discussion group for all HIV+ individuals from those newly diagnosed to those aging with HIV, make new social connections, and meet others for support. This group is inclusive, men women and people of all gender identities are welcome. 1st and 3rd Thursdays of every month 6:30-8pm. Group Room 2nd Floor, 1081 Burrard, St Paul’s Hospital, 604.893.2287

South Asian Peer Support

Peer support group for South Asian people living with HIV, offered in partnership with UBC’s Dr. Farah Shroff. Discussion will focus on topics important to participants, as well as on subjects like isolation, support, stigma, shame, and belonging.

The Great Canadian Giving Challenge has started. Show your pride and help Positive Living BC receive $10,000 in funds which will go directly towards member services.
For contest details and donations please visithttp://givingchallenge.ca/

POSITIVE LIVING BC welcomes suggestions about news stories we should include on our website or in our eNews email bulletin. If you are aware of a news story that might be of interest to our HIV positive Members in British Columbia, please email enews@positivelivingbc.org to send us the details.

Disclaimer: eNews is published by the Positive Living Society of British Columbia (Registered Non-profit Society #11928-2085, henceforth known as “the Society”). The opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of the Society. The Society compiles eNews content from a broad range of online sources and does not claim ownership of any eNews content previously published by and/or credited to sources outside the Society. The Society publishes eNews in the spirit of HIV-community engagement and education.

Keep an eye out for the Scotiabank AIDS WALK to tHrIVe Red Ribbon pins sold at local Vancouver Cineplex theaters starting next week. Pins will be sold for $3 to support people living with HIV. Did you know the WALK will be on a Saturday this year? Stay tuned for more fun details! #THRIVEYVR

Are you 50 years or older and consider yourself a long-term survivor of HIV? If you are willing to tell your story and have it recorded, you may qualify to attend this year’s Healing Retreat as a Legacy Project participant. Legacy Project participants have a greater chance of being selected to attend the Healing Retreat on Aug 25 – 28.

Loon Lake Retreat

Healing Retreats at Positive Living BC are an opportunity for people living with HIV from all walks of life, ages and cultures to come on retreat.Interviews will begin in early June for the August 25-28th2017 retreat

Learn what to do when you need help in resolving a difficult situation where tempers can flare or feelings can be hurt. Join us on May 31 from 9am-12pm in the Positive Living building. Only 20 spaces available email brandonl@positivelivingbc.org to sign up.

POSITIVE LIVING BC welcomes suggestions about news stories we should include on our website or in our eNews email bulletin. If you are aware of a news story that might be of interest to our HIV positive Members in British Columbia, please email enews@positivelivingbc.org to send us the details.

Disclaimer: eNews is published by the Positive Living Society of British Columbia (Registered Non-profit Society #11928-2085, henceforth known as “the Society”). The opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of the Society. The Society compiles eNews content from a broad range of online sources and does not claim ownership of any eNews content previously published by and/or credited to sources outside the Society. The Society publishes eNews in the spirit of HIV-community engagement and education.

Are you 50 years or older and consider yourself a long-term survivor of HIV? If you are willing to tell your story and have it recorded, you may qualify to attend this year’s Healing Retreat as a Legacy Project participant. Legacy Project participants have a greater chance of being selected to attend the Healing Retreat on Aug 25 – 28.

Victoria Day

Please note that we will be closed on Monday and will re open on Tuesday at our regular hours. See you then !

Ou+doorsmen & Suits

Our programs have begun for Ou+doorsmen & Suits. Please email suitsandou+doorsm
en@positivelivingbc.org for program dates, times and description.

POSITIVE LIVING BC welcomes suggestions about news stories we should include on our website or in our eNews email bulletin. If you are aware of a news story that might be of interest to our HIV positive Members in British Columbia, please email enews@positivelivingbc.org to send us the details.

Disclaimer: eNews is published by the Positive Living Society of British Columbia (Registered Non-profit Society #11928-2085, henceforth known as “the Society”). The opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of the Society. The Society compiles eNews content from a broad range of online sources and does not claim ownership of any eNews content previously published by and/or credited to sources outside the Society. The Society publishes eNews in the spirit of HIV-community engagement and education.

803 E. Hastings Street – clinics and services will be OPEN at their regularly scheduled times up until and including FRIDAY, JUNE 30

All clinics and members services will be CLOSED from JULY 1 through FRIDAY, JULY 17

1101 Seymour Street – our NEW clinic space will OPEN at their regularly scheduled times beginning MONDAY, JULY 17

Care Registry

Know anyone in the Health Care Industry who has worked with HIV+ patients? Please refer them to be added into our Care Registry to better serve our community. Email careregistry@positiveli
vingbc.org

POSITIVE LIVING BC welcomes suggestions about news stories we should include on our website or in our eNews email bulletin. If you are aware of a news story that might be of interest to our HIV positive Members in British Columbia, please email enews@positivelivingbc.org to send us the details.

Disclaimer: eNews is published by the Positive Living Society of British Columbia (Registered Non-profit Society #11928-2085, henceforth known as “the Society”). The opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of the Society. The Society compiles eNews content from a broad range of online sources and does not claim ownership of any eNews content previously published by and/or credited to sources outside the Society. The Society publishes eNews in the spirit of HIV-community engagement and education.

RED: A Positive Day in Vegas is 1 week away , come join in on the Glitz, Glamour, Fashion, Drinks, Friends, and more on May 13, 2017. There are still tickets left if you move fast. There are also a vast number of volunteer opportunities with the perks of getting into the show for free. Visit redvancouver.ca for ticket and show information, or email kenc@positivelivingbc.org for volunteer opportunities. See you at the show !

Positive Living Magazine
We’re happy to announce Positive Living magazine has a new online format – it’s interactive, shareable, and works well on mobile devices. Have a read and check it out!

Community Forum

Join us at the Chateau Granville on May 11 from 6pm-8pm for our next Community Forum; Stigma and suicide among gay & bisexual men living with HIV. Dinner is provided. Please Contact Brandon at 604.893.2259 or email brandonl@positivelivingbc.org to RSVP.

Broadway Vollies

You do not want to miss out on this years Vollies full of Broadway Musicals. Dress in your finest and come join in on all the fun ! Email marcs@positivelivingbc.org to reserve your seat.

Care Registry

Know anyone in the Health Care Industry who has worked with HIV+ patients? Please refer them to be added into our Care Registry to better serve our community. Email careregistry@positiveli
vingbc.org

POSITIVE LIVING BC welcomes suggestions about news stories we should include on our website or in our eNews email bulletin. If you are aware of a news story that might be of interest to our HIV positive Members in British Columbia, please email enews@positivelivingbc.org to send us the details.

Disclaimer: eNews is published by the Positive Living Society of British Columbia (Registered Non-profit Society #11928-2085, henceforth known as “the Society”). The opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of the Society. The Society compiles eNews content from a broad range of online sources and does not claim ownership of any eNews content previously published by and/or credited to sources outside the Society. The Society publishes eNews in the spirit of HIV-community engagement and education.

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